How To Fix SD_CDS_READ_API020 - Entity &1 could not be found in state &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_CDS_READ_API -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Entity &1 could not be found in state &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_CDS_READ_API020 - Entity &1 could not be found in state &2 ?

  The SAP error message SD_CDS_READ_API020 indicates that a specific entity (denoted by &1) could not be found in a particular state (denoted by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP S/4HANA, particularly when working with Core Data Services (CDS) views or APIs related to Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Entity Not Existing: The entity you are trying to access does not exist in the database or has been deleted.
  Incorrect State: The entity exists, but it is not in the expected state. For example, it might be in a status that does not allow it to be read or processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the entity in the specified state.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the system that prevent the entity from being accessed correctly.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Entity Existence: Verify that the entity you are trying to access actually exists in the database. You can do this by querying the relevant tables or using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  
  
  Verify State: Check the state of the entity. Ensure that it is in the correct status that allows it to be read. This may involve checking the status fields in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the entity. You can check this using transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data. This may involve using transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for any related error messages or inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific API or CDS view you are using. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the code to see where the error is being triggered and gather more information about the state of the entity.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11, SE16, and SLG1 for data inspection and logging.
  API Documentation: Review the API documentation for the specific CDS view or service you are using to understand its expected behavior and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.